Battle of Gaines' Mill

June 27, 1862 · Hanover County

Result Confederate victory

Robert E. Lee's Confederate army broke the Union lines in a large attack near Richmond, Virginia. The victory forced McClellan's army to retreat during the Seven Days Battles.

Confederacy

Union

Strength and losses

Strength
34,214
Casualties
7,337
Wounded
3,107

Also involved 1